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Villeneuve, Switzerland

• Establishment of Osylum, a company specializing in the development of solutions in mathematical modeling, machine learning, physical simulation, and computer graphics.Key Achievements:
• Creation and management of a company.
• Securing contracts in the fields of scientific modeling, physical simulation, machine learning, and computer graphics.
• Management of a dynamic team of 1 to 3 employees.

Villeneuve, Switzerland

• As an IT R&D scientist specializing in Vision Machine Learning, I contributed to a project commissioned by Netflix. My role was instrumental in developing vision algorithms and machine learning techniques for creating.
• I designed advanced machine learning vision algorithms, transforming multi-view film images in immersive virtual scenes.
• I developed generative deep learning techniques for 3D geometric reconstruction and 2D images translation, enabling interactive manipulation of film imagery.
• I used TensorFlow and PyTorch in Python for the implementation of a broad range of machine learning algorithms including diffusion models, variational autoencoder, vision transformer, among others.
• I performed multi-gpus trainings using cloud services such as aws and Workbench.From the image captures, I also combined machine learning techniques with differentiable rendering algorithm methods to capture the.

Villeneuve, Switzerland

• I worked on a project commissioned by ScanlineVFX as an R&D Scientist to enable the simulation of large-scale physical phenomena. This involved developing an architecture in C++ to serve as a framework and support for.
• Conceptualization and implementation of a framework to support parallel physical simulations, providing enhanced capabilities in terms of computation time and simulation size.
• Transforming complex ideas into practical solutions to enhance overall simulation capabilities.

Villeneuve, Switzerland

• I worked on a project commissioned by ScanlineVFX, in which I designed a multiphysics simulation package.Key Achievements:
• I developed a comprehensive physical simulation package in C++, enabling the simulation of a wide range of materials, including fluids, elastoplastic and viscoelastic materials, as well as rigid materials, covering.
• To achieve this, I have developed a comprehensive library of mathematical tools.
• The results of my work were showcased in scenes from Game of Thrones, where the physics simulation package played a central role in creating the melting throne scene.

Lausanne, Switzerland

• During independent research conducted at EPFL, I led a team within the Hydraulic Machines Laboratory (LMH) to develop fluid dynamics simulations coupled with machine learning algorithms.Key Achievements:
• Recipient of the SNF Ambizione Energy scholarship, awarded annually to an outstanding candidate.
• Designing machine learning algorithms for generating graphs to serve as meshes for physical simulations.
• Combining mesh algorithms generated by machine learning with fluid simulations in the Lagrangian frame of reference to enhance understanding of fluid flows in hydraulic turbines.

Remote Work

• As a freelance R&D scientist for Scanline VFX, I worked on physics simulation and computer rendering algorithms to push the performance of visual special effects used in blockbuster films.Key Achievements:
• Development of mathematical models allowing physical simulations, such as fluid movements andexplosions, to surpass the quality of visual effects in existing films.
• Implementation of the scientific models into a large C++ simulation package.
• Development of rendering algorithms improving the realism of special visual effects.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

• As an R&D Scientist at Scanline VFX, I focused on developing physical simulation and computer rendering algorithms to enhance the visual effects performance in blockbuster films.Key Achievements:
• Transformed abstract scientific models into tangible visual experiences.
• Developing mathematical models to enhance physical simulations, including fluid movements andexplosions, surpassing the visual effects quality in existing films.
• Developing rendering algorithms to enhance the realism of special visual effects.
• Contributed to the visual effects sequences of 'Iron Man 3' and '300: Rise of an Empire', enhancing their cinematic impact.

Lausanne, Switzerland

• During this postdoc, I focused on a metal 3D printing problem by modeling and simulating the melting dynamics of small metal grains.Key Achievements:
• Development of numerical algorithms to replicate the complex movements occurring during the fusion of metal grains.
• Enhancing understanding of the 3D printing process by studying the intricate movements involved in the metal melting process, transitioning from solid to liquid.

Iowa City, Unites States

• During this postdoc, I conducted detailed studies on mesh algorithms employed in physical simulations.Key Achievements:
• Recipient of an SNF Advanced Researcher Grant, awarded for excellence in research and innovation.
• Redesigned various mesh algorithms in C++ to compare their performance and enhance them.
• Integration of the mesh algorithms with physical simulations of fluids and materials exhibiting largedeformations.
• I also developed a comprehensive interface in modern OpenGL to facilitate ease of use for softwarenavigation and scientific visualization.

Sierre, Switzerland

• In my role as an R&D scientist at YCoor System, I focused on refining mesh tools for mixed Eulerian Finite Element Method (FEM) and Volume of Fluid (VOF) simulations.Key Achievements:
• By optimizing mesh algorithms, I elevated the precision and speed of the simulations.
• My work facilitated a more accurate analysis of the fundamental properties and behaviors inherent inviscoelastic fluids.

• During this postdoc, I conducted research at the University of California, Berkeley, focusing on the simulation of materials undergoing large deformations.Key Achievements:
• Recipient of an SNF Early Researcher Grant, awarded for early-career excellence in research and innovation.
• My research focused on innovating methods to simulate fluids, solids, and solid-to-liquid transformations.
• I developed new local remeshing algorithms in C and C++ for Lagrangian simulations, expanding beyond the use of adaptive meshes typically used in Eulerian simulations.
• I shared my discoveries in a publication presented at Siggraph, the most prestigious platform in computer graphics.
• Simultaneously, I led a team of 11 students in creating a short 3D animated film. From conceptualizing the story to the final rendering, this experience provided me with comprehensive knowledge of the various stages.

Lausanne, Switzerland

• During this first postdoc, my objective was to learn to solve physical equations using numerical calculations, deepening my knowledge beyond the use of simulation software such as Comsol or Ansys, or simpler modeling.
• I developed mesh subdivision and finite element algorithms to enhance the speed and accuracy of computer simulations.
• My work has provided deeper scientific insights into the movements and behaviors of natural systems, such as melting glaciers or fluid dynamics in critical scenarios like dam failure.
• Simultaneously, I worked on a project to design algorithms that replicate the complex process of forming thin metal sheets, contributing to Novelis' technological advancements.
• During this period, in my free time, I actively trained myself on computer graphics algorithms related toimage rendering and physics simulation by studying and implementing key publications.

Crissier, Switzerland

• As an R&D Engineer in Microtechnique, I delved into the world of creating electronic sensors tailored formonitoring edible oils.Key Achievements:
• I designed and created interdigitated electrodes produced by photolithography and screen printing.
• I characterized the quality of the oil using impedance measurements.
• My work has contributed to the development of sensors ensuring the quality of edible oils used in our daily lives.

Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland

• As an R&D engineer in polymer science, I worked on the manufacturing and characterization of innovative nanocomposite polymer materials for packaging.Key Achievements:
• I worked on mixing clay and polymers, allowing the creation of packaging capable of keeping food fresh for longer by improving gas barrier properties.
• I designed chemical modifications of the surface of these clay materials, elevating its properties to achieve specific functionalities within the nanocomposite matrix.
• Using characterization techniques such as transmission electron microscopy (TEM), microtomy andcrystallography, I further detailed analysis of the nanocomposite structures.

Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland

• In my role as a microengineering R&D engineer, I designed various nanometer-scale fabrication techniques and analyzed them using various characterization methods.Key Achievements:
• I designed and fabricated microfluidic channels using hydrofluoric acid (HF) etching, enabling smoother channels and improved functionalization.
• I meticulously fabricated and characterized nanoscale capacitive DNA biosensors. These molecular sensors were designed to detect genetically modified organisms in food.
• For characterization, I developed a measurement system using LabVIEW. This platform facilitated various measurements, including precise impedance characterization.
• I received comprehensive training on cleanroom processes and equipment at EPFL's CMi.

Certificate, Machine Learning

Activities and Societies: "Applied Data Science: Machine Learning" online course from EPFL Extension School

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Physics / Material Science

• Recipient of the prestigious Nestlé Research Center Fellowship, awarded to only four candidates annually. • My doctoral research focused.

Master'S Degree, Physics / Photonics

• I hold a Master's Degree with a specialization in photonics, where I delved into advanced topics and practical applications. • In my.